Green Goddess Tuna Salad Recipe
Introduction
This Green Goddess Tuna Salad is a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Packed with vibrant herbs and creamy mayonnaise, it makes a perfect light lunch or snack. The blended herbs give it a beautiful green color and a delightful taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cans tuna, rinsed and drained
- 6 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 oz chives
- 1 oz basil leaves
- 1.5 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 cloves garlic or 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Sea salt, start with 1/4 tsp and add more to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse and drain your tuna in a fine mesh sieve. Press out all of the water, then add the tuna to a bowl.
- Step 2: Add mayonnaise, chives, basil leaves, fresh dill, garlic, and lemon juice to a high-speed blender. Blend until fully incorporated and the mixture turns a light green color. If you don’t have a high-speed blender, finely chop the herbs and garlic, then mix them into the mayonnaise along with the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blending intensifies flavors, but chopping and mixing works well if you make it ahead to let the flavors meld.
- Step 3: Mix the green goddess mayonnaise with the tuna until evenly combined.
- Step 4: Serve the tuna salad on toasted bread or crackers and enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- For a warm twist, turn this tuna salad into a tuna melt by placing it on a slice of bread, topping with Swiss or Muenster cheese, and heating for about 5 minutes in an air fryer, toaster oven, or oven until the cheese melts.
- If fresh herbs are unavailable, frozen can be used but squeeze out excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice to your taste for a milder or tangier salad.
Storage
Store the tuna salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving, as the flavors may settle. Reheating is not necessary; it is best enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use fresh tuna instead of canned tuna?
Yes, you can use cooked fresh tuna, but canned tuna is more convenient and works best for this salad due to its flaky texture and ease of mixing.
What can I substitute for mayonnaise?
You can use Greek yogurt or a vegan mayo alternative if you prefer a lighter or dairy-free version, though the texture and flavor will be slightly different.
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Green Goddess Tuna Salad Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
Description
A vibrant and creamy Green Goddess Tuna Salad combining fresh herbs and zesty lemon with tuna and mayonnaise, perfect for a quick and flavorful lunch or snack.
Ingredients
Tuna Salad
- 2 cans Tuna, rinsed and drained (squeeze out all water)
- 6 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 oz Chives
- 1 oz Basil Leaves
- 1.5 tbsp Fresh Dill
- 2 cloves Garlic or 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Lemon, juiced
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- Sea Salt, start with 1/4 tsp and add more to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna: Rinse and drain your tuna thoroughly using a fine mesh sieve. Press out all excess water to ensure the salad is not watery, then transfer the tuna to a bowl.
- Make the Green Goddess Mayonnaise: In a high-speed blender, combine the 6 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 ounce of chives, 1 ounce of basil leaves, 1.5 tablespoons of fresh dill, 2 cloves of garlic, and the juice of half a lemon. Blend until the mixture is smooth and the herbs are fully incorporated, resulting in a beautiful light green colored mayo. If you do not have a high-speed blender, finely chop the herbs and garlic and mix them thoroughly into the mayonnaise along with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. This alternative method deepens in flavor if made ahead of time.
- Combine Tuna and Mayo: Mix the prepared Green Goddess mayonnaise with the drained tuna until evenly coated.
- Serve: Spoon the tuna salad onto toasted bread or crackers and enjoy immediately for a delicious, refreshing meal or snack.
Notes
- For a delicious tuna melt, place the tuna salad on a slice of bread, top with Swiss or Muenster cheese, and heat in an air fryer, toaster oven, or conventional oven for about 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.
- Using fresh herbs and blending them into the mayo creates the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste for desired seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: green goddess tuna salad, tuna salad recipe, herb mayo tuna salad, easy tuna salad, healthy tuna salad
